Risk & Compliance SME - Consultant

Sia is a next-generation global management consulting group that helps clients navigate and benefit from transformation. The Risk & Compliance SME - Consultant will deliver high-impact solutions across risk, compliance, operations, and technology transformation, working directly with clients to solve complex business challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support client engagements, both onsite and remotely, delivering high-quality workstreams and producing complex, client-ready deliverables
• Manage timelines, prioritize tasks, and coordinate activities across cross-functional stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery
• Build strong client relationships and confidently present insights, recommendations, and strategic decisions to stakeholders, including senior leadership
• Analyze client challenges using both quantitative and qualitative approaches to develop structured, actionable solutions
• Support the design and implementation of compliance frameworks, systems, and processes, including defining data requirements and analyzing performance trends
• Collaborate with team members and provide guidance on tools, methodologies, and best practices (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, MS Project)
• Maintain clear and organized project documentation to ensure transparency, continuity, and knowledge sharing
• Contribute to internal initiatives, knowledge sharing, and the development of firm capabilities
• Assist in proposal development, identify new opportunities, and support broader business development efforts
• Lead effective meetings with both internal teams and clients, ensuring alignment and clear next steps

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Technology, Finance, Business Management, Mathematics, or a related field
• 1 - 4 years of client-facing management consulting experience, preferably within technology or fintech environments
• Experience supporting or delivering risk, compliance, or regulatory-related initiatives
• Strong understanding of industry challenges within technology, fintech, or regulated environments
• Proven ability to build and manage client relationships
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to present complex ideas clearly
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and time management skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical capabilities, including knowing when to escalate issues
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Master's degree or MBA
• Experience within financial services, fintech, or technology-driven organizations
• Exposure to areas such as risk management, compliance, financial crimes, or regulatory programs
• Familiarity with data analysis, reporting tools, or process improvement methodologies

Benefits

• Robust Health Coverage
• 3 Medical plans
• Dental and Vision
• Life, AD&D and other voluntary insurance
• Tax-Advantaged Accounts
• 401K retirement plan 4% matching and 100% vested upon enrollment
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 100% paid parental leave for all new parents with eligible tenure
• Building Healthy Families program if enrolled through Medical plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
• 9 company holidays plus 1 floating holiday
• College savings and student loan repayment assistance
• Monthly cell phone stipend
• Access to wellness programs at no cost if enrolled through Medical plan, including: Gym membership reimbursement
• LiveHealth Online virtual care
• Personalized support from a Well-being Coach
• Employee Assistance Program at no cost
• Free confidential counseling and emotional support services
• On-demand access to Emotional Well-being resources (ranging from relaxation techniques to stress management)

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